Brett Baty is putting on a show this spring, seemingly determined to secure a spot on the New York Mets' Opening Day roster. After hitting a two-run homer in the Mets' 5-0 victory over the Houston Astros, Baty has now posted a .545 batting average with two homers and three RBIs in just 11 at-bats this spring. This surge is especially crucial as Baty aims to bounce back from a disappointing last season where he struggled to maintain a starting role, batting only .229 with 16 RBIs before being sent to the minors.

This year, however, Baty's performance has been a bright spot for the Mets, who are hoping to improve after two lackluster seasons. His versatility is also worth noting, as he has been taking reps at second base, positioning himself as a potential backup for the major league squad, especially with the primary starting second baseman, Jeff McNeil, facing competition.